The Pew Research Center defines the middle class as a household with an income that is at least two-thirds of the U.S. median ...

To define the middle class solely by income range is weak and unreliable, because there are just too many other variables to consider.

To be considered upper middle class in today’s economy, a study based on 2023 Census Bureau data argues you must have a median salary between $117K and $150K. Of course, income not only varies widely ...

Ever feel like you're doing pretty well but aren't quite sure if you've made it into the upper middle class? You're not alone. These days, financial success doesn't always feel like success—especially ...

The world has changed for middle-class people over the past several decades. As of 2023, the middle class made up just over half (51%) of all Americans, down from 61% in 1971, according to Pew ...

While trends have faded over the years, there are certain status symbols from the 90s that only upper middle class people ...

Once seen as the economic anchor of the United States, the middle class has gradually lost ground over the past five decades. While America has experienced overall growth in wealth, the distribution ...

As soon as Vice President Kamala Harris hit the campaign trail this week, she made it clear what one of her top priorities would be if she wins the presidential election in November. “Building up the ...